Leucadendron 'Lime Magic'
| Botanical Name: | Proteaceae Leucadendron salignum x discolor |
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| Height: | 1.5m |
| Width: | 1m |
| Position: | Full Sun |
| Frost tolerance: | will tolerate frosts to -5°C |
| Uses: | feature plant, foliage, pot suitable, cut flower |
Description: Leucadendron 'Lime Magic' is a medium upright shrub with a wonderful lime green foliage year round. Producing creamy white bracts surrounding a bright yellow (male) flower during Spring. Makes for an excellent feature plant and cut flower.
How to look after Leucadendron 'Lime Magic'
Plant in a free draining acidic soil.
Although Leucadendrons are drought tolerant, soil should be kept moist in the first year until plant is established, once established they may require some watering in extremely dry conditions.
Prune Leucadendron 'Lime Magic' by removing flowers (which are lovely in floral arrangements) this will encourage new growth and help maintain shape of the plant.
